Cucumber Salad

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
2%
Cucumber Salad
45 min.
8
37kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and vibrant side dish that perfectly complements any meal? Look no further than this delightful Cucumber Salad! Bursting with flavor and incredibly easy to prepare, this salad is not only gluten-free and dairy-free but also a fantastic way to incorporate fresh ingredients into your diet.

The star of this dish is the crisp, seedless cucumbers, which provide a satisfying crunch and a refreshing taste. Paired with a zesty dressing made from fresh lime juice, fish sauce, and a hint of sweetness from sugar, this salad is a harmonious blend of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. For those who enjoy a little extra umami, the optional dried shrimp adds a unique twist that elevates the dish to new heights.

Perfect for summer barbecues, picnics, or as a light accompaniment to your favorite Asian-inspired dishes, this Cucumber Salad is sure to impress your guests. With just 37 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying a burst of freshness in every bite. Plus, it can be prepared in advance, making it a convenient choice for busy days. So grab your ingredients and get ready to whip up this delicious salad that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  •  cucumber seedless thick halved lengthwise sliced
  • 0.5 cup juice of lime fresh
  • tablespoons fish sauce (Asian fish sauce; preferably Thai)
  • tablespoons sea bass fillets dried
  • tablespoons shallots thinly sliced
  • tablespoons sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • blender

Directions

  1. Finely grind shrimp (if using) in a blender until very fluffy, about 1 minute.
  2. Stir together lime juice, sugar, and fish sauce in a large bowl until sugar is dissolved, then add cucumber and shallot, tossing to coat.
  3. Serve salad sprinkled with dried shrimp.
  4. • Shrimp can be ground 1 day ahead and kept in an airtight container at room temperature. • Salad (without shrimp) can be made 1 hour ahead and chilled, covered.

Nutrition Facts

Calories37kcal
Protein14.61%
Fat5.3%
Carbs80.09%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.39
Glycemic Load
3.41
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.7056521954744%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.33mg
Hesperetin
1.36mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:37.07kcal
1.85%
Fat:0.23g
0.36%
Saturated Fat:0.03g
0.19%
Carbohydrates:7.96g
2.65%
Net Carbohydrates:7.29g
2.65%
Sugar:6.14g
6.82%
Cholesterol:2.96mg
0.99%
Sodium:357.95mg
15.56%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.45g
2.9%
Vitamin C:7.16mg
8.68%
Vitamin K:5.51µg
5.25%
Magnesium:20.09mg
5.02%
Potassium:150.56mg
4.3%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
4.08%
Folate:15.49µg
3.87%
Manganese:0.08mg
3.8%
Copper:0.06mg
3.16%
Selenium:1.91µg
2.72%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.71%
Phosphorus:27mg
2.7%
Fiber:0.67g
2.66%
Vitamin B5:0.24mg
2.39%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.18%
Calcium:16.08mg
1.61%
Iron:0.28mg
1.54%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.53%
Vitamin A:65.53IU
1.31%
Vitamin B3:0.24mg
1.18%
Zinc:0.17mg
1.16%
Source:Epicurious